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"The Mountains are Calling and I Must Go" -John Muir

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Ballinger Campground

Site Open
Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)
Badlands terrain - All Terrain Vehicle and motorcycle use area. There are 13 campsites. 9 sites are available on the reservation system.  3 campsites are on a first-come, first- serve basis.In…

Ballinger Canyon OHV Day Use Riding Area

Site Open
Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)
The Ballinger and Deer Park areas are geared toward OHV use. These areas provide 11 4WD roads, 12 ATV trails, and 14 motorcycle trails. Access to 4WD roads is available to both ATVs and motorcycles,…

Big Falls Trailhead

Site Open
Hiking
Big Falls Trail takes you into one of San Luis Obispo's most striking natural areas. Two dramatic waterfall settings are hidden within this amazing wooded canyon.

Bottchers Gap Campround

Site Closed
Bottchers Gap Campground is closed indefinitely due to the Palo Colorado Road Closure. This campground has been closed since July 2016. Contact the Monterey Ranger District office for more…

Buck Creek - 18W01

Site Open
Hiking
Spectacular views of the surrounding environment are awarded the hardy outdoor enthusiast. On this trail, steep canyons, dense stands of big cone douglas fir and rugged peaks await the visitor. Water…